Having unwittingly broken the world record for a marathon on crutches in last year's Brighton marathon I am attempting this one on two legs rather than four. My hip replacement has hopefully bedded in sufficiently now but before you ask - NO I won't be attempting to break the marathon world record for a runner on two legs! However, I am running for my favourite charity: the Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity for which I am honoured to be an ambassador. As usual I will be running in my honorary green beret and in RNRMC colours so if you are able to sponsor me and contribute something to this incredible cause I would be most grateful.

The Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity is the principle charity of the Royal Navy. Beneficiaries lie at the heart of the Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity's purpose and it is our duty to remain focused on their needs.